To check the wear of the final drive, visually check the pinion (14) and sprocket (17). If the teeth are found to worn as shown in the figure (dotted line), the sprocket must be renewed.


To check the amount of wear on the chain (8), keep the chain taut and measure 16 links.
If the length (l) is greater than 256.5 Mm, the chain should be replaced.
Important
The sprocket (17), engine pinion (14) and chain (8) must all be replaced together as a set.

Final drive
Removing of the front sprocketOverhauling the front brake components
Important
Critical safety components. The brake calliper manufacturer recommends
that you do not attempt to service the internal
components of the brake callipers. Incorrect overhaul of this component could
endanger rider safety.
Operations should be limited to renewal of the pads, fasteners ...
Information about the model
Identification data
Diavel identification data
Each ducati motorcycle has two identification numbers -the frame number and
the engine number- and an ec nameplate
(a) (not present on the us version).
Note
Please quote these numbers, which identify the motorcycle model, when
ordering spare pa ...
Reassembly of the clutch-side crankcase cover
Fit the plug (14) and the gasket (13). Fit the plug (17) and the gasket (15).
If the bush has been replaced, fully seat the new bush (7) in the slot in the
cover using a suitable drift and a press.
If the sealing ring (8) needs to be renewed, fit the new seal into the crankcase
cover, po ...